Cloud hosting is a hosting service that is integrated with the cloud and the internet. If you look at the initial definition of hosting which can mean home, then this hosting service also has the amount of storage capacity that can be adjusted to your needs. Hosting service means data and file storage rental services in creating websites through storage media connected to servers or cloud storage and the internet.
There are two types of hosting, namely traditional web hosting and cloud hosting. These two hosting services are indeed the same in terms of their services, but differ in terms of the storage process, system, and storage location. Where web hosting is traditionally a hosting service that stores files and website data on a server located on a hardware device.
Cloud hosting is a hosting service, where data and files on the website are stored on a virtual server / cloud via the internet. So it does not require physical storage / hardware like traditional hosting.
In terms of budget / costs for renting hosting services, of course, it is also adjusted to the usage capacity. The larger the required capacity, the higher the costs. In this hosting there are indeed a variety of services to choose from, all of which can be tailored to each individual's needs.
In terms of performance, traditional hosting also takes longer than cloud hosting. This is because the availability of storage space and bandwidth will be increasingly limited. And this will cause the loading of the website to take longer, especially with the type of website that requires high computing or memory with a lot of traffic. In contrast to cloud hosting, if there is a long loading on the website, the system will automatically move or 'split the load' with the help of a load balancer, to another cloud server, so that website performance remains accessible and does not go down when traffic is high.
Traditional hosting makes you lose full control of the server you use, because you have to share it with other users who use the same server. As a result, when other websites are experiencing high traffic, your website can also be at risk of being slow and difficult to access. Meanwhile, when the website uses cloud hosting, if you have rented certain cloud storage for your website, then that means you have full control over the cloud server you are using. When your website traffic is high with limited bandwidth, the system will also automatically move it to a lower traffic server immediately.
Cloud Hosting Advantages:
When viewed from an efficiency and cost perspective, cloud hosting is the most appropriate choice. Cloud hosting is easier to operate, can be supported by a professional team in their field, so the risk of website down is getting smaller. In addition, cloud hosting has several other benefits that are more beneficial to its users, such as:
- Easy in server management
With a direct website connection to the internet, it will be easier to monitor and manage server processes. The global status of the server can also be seen and monitored in real-time through the dashboard. In addition, the process of upgrading, installing software, to managed servers will be easier because there are automatic tools that can be used directly by users. - Flexibility
Cloud hosting allows fast processes, without having to prepare hardware infrastructure such as computers, servers, and storage hardware. Cloud hosting is a self-service cloud, so the required capacity is tailored to your needs and ready-to-use. - High data availability
Cloud technology is synonymous with high availability characteristics, so the guarantee of data that can be continuously accessed 24/7 is a sure thing. Moreover, the data center according to the standards has been designed in such a way that there is no downtime. Supporting factors that affect data center performance include the availability and stability of electricity supply, air conditioning facilities, and 24/7 security guarantees. - Easy to access
One of the main advantages of cloud hosting is easy data access. Data access can be done anytime, anywhere, and through any gadget you use. So you don't have to go through the same computer if you want to configure the website. If you want to access the dashboard, try to have stable and secure internet access. - Easy to manage
There is no need to think about physical infrastructure maintenance, because that will be the responsibility of the hosting service provider you use. As an end user, you only need to use the platform and the services provided. And this management service support is carried out by an expert IT team 24/7. - Cost efficiency
When compared to traditional hosting, cloud hosting is superior because it is more affordable. Cloud hosting will cut the cost of procuring hardware/physical storage, computers, and other infrastructure. In addition, maintenance costs and other physical operations can also be avoided.
Types of Cloud Hosting:
There are several types of cloud hosting that are commonly used by users, including:
- Shared hosting. Shared hosting is very suitable for beginners who just have a website, for example for a personal blog. The hallmark of this hosting is shared, or shared hosting, so the server will be divided in capacity and used for several users at once. Therefore, this hosting is more affordable, or even some are free with certain space limits & features.
- Virtual Private Servers (VPS). At first glance, it is similar to shared hosting. But what makes the difference is the distribution of available resources. If shared hosting is a shared resource, then a VPS gives its users the privilege to use resources specific to that user, and is not affected by other users.
- Dedicated hosting. This hosting allows users to use the entire server for their own website, without having to share it with other users. But of course this service is more expensive when compared to shared hosting.
- Managed hosting. This service focuses on being a place to set up, monitor, secure, maintain, and repair hosting servers for users. With this service, the user has full control over the choice of operating system, server, and other infrastructure. The services vary, ranging from setup, monitoring, security monitoring, applications, bug fixes, troubleshooting, on call maintenance, hardware upgrades, software, backups, and so on.
Tips for Choosing a Secure Cloud Hosting for Website
Many people think that cloud computing cannot guarantee data security / high risk. On the contrary, the main concern in cloud data security is not on hacking and other data theft factors. But from the side of the cloud service provider itself. If you want to rent a cloud hosting service, then make sure to pay attention to the following:
- The cloud hosting provider's log-in mechanism
- If the service provider is a multi-tenant cloud, then first find out about the consumer data security standards that are used as a reference in the provider, and how the provider separates your logs from other users
- Find out if the cloud hosting service provider keeps backups of your website data for disaster recovery purposes
